"This stunning spin on carrot cake will wow every guest at your next party. A homemade vanilla glaze gives it a pretty, delicious finish...."
INGREDIENTS
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Carrot Cake:
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2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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2 cups shredded carrots
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1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
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3/4 cup crushed pineapple, undrained
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4 eggs
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1 cup vegetable oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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1/2 cup chopped pecans
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Cream Cheese Swirl:
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1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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1 egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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Vanilla Glaze:
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1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla
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3 to 4 tablespoons milk or heavy whipping cream
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Additional pecans, for garnish, as desired